The efficacy of 5% maleic acid, 6% phosphoric acid and 17% EDTA in smear layer removal - a scanning electron microscopic investigation

Introduction. Smear layer is amorphous irregular layer that contains inorganic dentin debris and organic material such as pulp tissue, odontoblastic processes, necrotic debris and microorganisms. It is present on root canal walls touched by instruments during instrumentation. The aim of...

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Main Authors: Khalighinejad Navid, Hasheminia Mohsen, Feizinafar Mahbobeh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Serbian Medical Society - Dental Section, Belgrade 2013-01-01
Series:Stomatološki glasnik Srbije
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Online Access:http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/0039-1743/2013/0039-17431304191K.pdf